Orla Mining Ltd (ORLA)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ORLA
Orla Mining Ltd
$11.31
-6.74%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.68B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$75.43
-2.91%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B generates 309% more annual revenue ($5.30B vs $1.30B). ORLA leads profitability with a 19.5% profit margin vs 15.4%. ORLA trades at a lower P/E of 14.8x. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ORLA
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
SQM
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 52.8%
Revenue surging 169.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 170.7% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 41.1%
Revenue surging 69.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 165.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ORLA
The strongest argument for ORLA centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.5% and operating margin at 52.8%. Revenue growth of 169.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.4% and operating margin at 41.1%. Revenue growth of 69.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ORLA
The primary concerns for ORLA are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORLA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.12 — expect wider price swings.
ORLA is growing revenue faster at 169.3% — sustainability is the question.
SQM generates stronger free cash flow (679M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor GOLD industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (74/100 vs 73/100), backed by strong 15.4% margins and 69.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Orla Mining Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · GOLD · USA
Orla Mining Ltd. acquires, explores and develops mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
Visit Website →Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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